The Percussion



CymbalsCymbals
Everyone pretty much knows what the cymbals do. You hit them together and they produce a crashing sound.
Snare Drum
The snare drum is primarily used for rolls in a classical setting or for adding accents to music.
Snare Drum
Timpanis Timpani
The timpanis are also commonly used in rolls. They can, however, be tuned to a certain note and have a deeper sound.
Bass Drum
The bass drum is mainly used to keep a pulse in music. They are extensively used in marches.
Bass Drum


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